Located at the very end of Kalanianaole Avenue in Keaukaha is Hilo’s closest black sand beach. This is Richardson Beach Park and it also provides the best snorkeling close to Hilo town. Keaukaha is where people in Hilo go for a day at the beach. The coastline hosts a number of beaches with pavilions, showers, […]
Ken’s house of Pancakes, located at the northeast corner of Hilo, has been a local staple for more than 40 years. This is the place to get local Hawaiian food (and a whole lot more) at any hour of the day. It’s the only 24-hour diner in Hilo town, so if you’re looking for ono […]
Tucked away on a side street in sunny Kailua-Kona, this striking temple is the newest of two in the State of Hawaii, sixth in Polynesia and the 70th in the world. The clean architectural lines are finished in while marble veneer and a spire topped with a gilded golden statue of the angel Gabriel facing […]
One can find this friendly and casual restaurant in the Kings’ Shops in the Waikoloa Beach Resort. The two tiered restaurant is a homage to Eddie Aikau, Hawaii’s deeply respected surfer, legendary lifeguard and expert waterman. Here the walls are covered with memorabilia of Eddie’s greatest days and vintage pictures of surf, surfers and surfing. […]
This eye-catching store is perfectly positioned along Queen Kaahumanu Highway within shouting distance of the Kona International Airport at Keahole. Arriving visitors clamor to the store for their first cup of freshly brewed island Kona and those heading for planes and security lines stop to stock up on beans, chocolates and other island treats. The […]
Cozy and homey, this family run restaurant is located in the Keauhou Shopping Center just minutes from vacation condos, hotels and timeshares along the Kona Coast. The restaurant is popular with area residents who enjoy the casual family friendly atmosphere and the reasonable prices. The menu offers an expansive menu of authentic dishes that will […]
Located upslope or mauka from the hustle and bustle along Alii Drive, this open-air eatery is a perfect choice for those looking to escape the synthetic and over-priced experience of area resorts for a genuine local dining experience. Casual and colorful, this family friendly restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and features fresh fish, […]
The quiet town of Pahala is tucked away deep in the heart of Ka’u’s upland plains. This lesser-known area is home to quite a few back country scenic drives, and Wood Valley Road (6.5 miles long) is one of them. As you leave Pahala area and head up into the valley you you’ll pass by […]
For those living in the rain forest community of Mountain View on the Big Island, there’s only one place in town to get a bite after 5pm and that’s Verna’s Too Drive In in the heart of Mountain View town. Next to the gas station, Verna’s Too is open until 9pm. This is some authentic […]
Many Big Island locals have their own opinions on where the best Malasadas can be found. Malasadas Portuguese donuts made popular by immigrants working in the sugar cane fields. Today you can travel to any major Hawaiian town (and quite a few of the smaller ones) and find yourself a place to buy this sugary […]
